Sweden's Foreign Minister, Ms Anna Lindh, arrived in South Africa today on an official visit until 14 February 1999.
Minister Lindh is leading the Swedish delegation to the Nordic Robben Island Conference, which is scheduled to take place from 11 to 14 February 1999 on Robben Island.
During the visit Minister Lindh will also meet with Deputy Foreign Minister Aziz Pahad, during which bilateral and regional issues will be discussed. Minister Lindh and Deputy Minister Pahad will also sign a three year development cooperation agreement.
The media is invited to the press conference in
Room 1735, 17th Floor,
120 Plein Street,
Cape Town.
Enquiries: Adri Cronje 082-8890071.
ISSUED BY THE MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
PRETORIA
11 FEBRUARY 1999